One other thing, RSK, relating to how to people regard you being yourself: There's an adage that goes, "If they mind, they don't matter. If they matter, they don't mind." That, by and large, is a good touchstone to keep in mind. If who you are rubs someone the wrong way, the chances are nothing good will come of associating with them...or trying to please them. While one may occasionally modulate himself for the sake of not being malapropos, having to bend to an unnatural posture on a consistent basis is a portent of poorer things to come. Keep your radar up for any signals of visceral dislike. Adjust accordingly, but don't let anyone believe for a moment you're doing it for anything more than the sake of manners.

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